Program Manager - Civil Infrastructure

SALARY: $2,211.13 - 2,533.16 pw + Super + Leaseback Vehicle

Work Type: Permanent Full Time

Location: Works Depot - 5 Millwood Avenue, Narellan 2567

Come join an organisation with endless opportunities, where people choose to work because they are inspired by the chance to shape, influence and grow a community.

Are you a skilled Program Manager with experience in Contract Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field? Do you want to lead the delivery of critical infrastructure projects and maintenance services across a variety of delivery models? Join Camden Council and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our region's civil infrastructure.

Camden Council's Civil Construction and Maintenance Branch is seeking a motivated and experienced Program Manager - Civil Engineering to oversee the planning, execution, and successful delivery of civil construction projects and maintenance programs. This leadership role will manage a high-performing team responsible for maintaining and enhancing Council's infrastructure assets across the local government area. You will provide strategic oversight to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and community benefit.

Don't miss out on being part of something great by joining an evolving, rapidly growing, adaptive and innovative organisation.

What We Offer

We are committed to offering and supporting development and employment opportunities to help people excel and build a lasting career. We offer generous learning and development opportunities as well as flexi time, access to employee benefits and education assistance.

We promote diversity in the workplace and have a culture that is inclusive, respectful and embraces the unique skills and qualities of all people.

As the community continues to grow, this opportunity will allow you to grow with it!

Essential:

• Industry recognised qualification in any of Project/Program Management, Contract Management, Civil Engineering, or extensive experience in a related field
• Demonstrated experience in the management, programming and delivering of civil roads and stormwater drainage infrastructure projects.
• Strong ability to plan, coordinate, and manage competing project demands to achieve objectives
• Proven experience in contract management and procurement and financial oversight of external consultants and contractors.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and creative thinking abilities.
• Demonstrated capacity to make sound decisions and effectively manage competing demands in a dynamic environment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with strong negotiation abilities and experience supervising and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.

Desirable:

• Demonstrated ability to review processes, procedures and systems to contribute to the improvement of program and project delivery outcomes
• Relevant experience in program management in a Local Government context
• Working knowledge of NSW Roads Act and Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, Protection of Environmental Operations POEO)

Further Information: Rick Weeding, Manager Civil Construction and Maintenance on 4645 5170

Closing Date for above position: 18/08/2025

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